Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has proposed holding a public referendum to gauge citizen sentiment regarding the creation of new provinces and administrative units across the country, though an unverified headline claim suggests the potential debate could involve up to 12 new regions.
Speaking in Lahore on Thursday, Naqvi stated that any future decisions regarding dividing existing regions or establishing new administrative boundaries must be guided strictly by the verdict of the public. He assured coalition partners that no final steps will be taken without reaching a broad consensus.
During his address, the interior minister also voiced support for a broader political reset, noting close alignment with political figures like Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on the issue. Additionally, Naqvi addressed broader governance topics, acknowledging widespread corruption and emphasizing a shared, collective responsibility to eliminate it.
